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Event Series Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Downtown Long Grove 308 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL, United States

Carriage rides are one of our most beloved activities during our Vintage Holidays season. Passengers are invited to sit back and take in the nostalgia of our historic downtown as the clattering of horse hooves lead the way. Ride Dates November 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23...

$15

Paper Bag Fairy Houses

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Stop by with your family to create light up paper bag houses, perfect for fairies or other small creatures! Supplies are limited to 50 participants.

Free
Event Series Strolling Carolers

Strolling Carolers

Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Enjoy the sounds of strolling carolers in downtown Downers Grove. Confirm times as schedule varies daily. 

Free

Jolly Jingle Fest

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Join us for a fun and family-friendly winter celebration! There will be games for kids, prizes, photo ops, food/drinks (for purchase from My Cocina food truck), and even a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus! No registration is required--just drop in.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places...

Free

Chanukah at Candycopia

Candycopia 717 Lake Street, Oak Park, United States

In partnership with Temple Har Zion, join us in celebrating Chanukah with candle lighting, a Chanukah story, and of course, some candy!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Hanukkah Events.

Free

Drive Through Christmas Nativity

Immanuel Lutheran Church (Batavia) 950 Hart Road, Batavia, IL, United States

Add Immanuel to your holiday lights and sights list. Stop by the parking lot to drive through our nativity scenes featuring live actors and hear the true story of the first Christmas! (In the case of a rainout, this event will be rescheduled for Dec 17.)     For information on more events like this,...

Caroling Campfire

Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

REGISTER BY THE FRIDAY BEFORE. Do you hear those bells jingling and ring ting tingling too? Come on, it's lovely weather for a cozy campfire with you! Bring the family for a night of spreading cheer by singing loudly for all to hear around this winter campfire. We will sing holiday songs, tell stories and...

Free

Annual Menorah Lighting with Chabad Lincoln Park

NEWCITY 1457 North Halsted Street, Chicago, United States

Celebrate Hanukkah at NEWCITY! Menorah Lighting | DJ Ken's Disco Party | Arts & Crafts | Jelly Donuts & Latkes | Adult Beverages Join us for a dazzling celebration of light and joy at our Menorah Lighting Extravaganza! This festive event promises an evening filled with warmth, laughter, and the spirit of Hanukkah. Gather with...

Free

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